The Specialized Crux DSW is much more than the lightest alloy gravel bike ever made. Specialized took everything it learned from creating the carbon Crux and made it in alloy, using patented D'Aluisio Smartweld technology. The most capable, agile, balanced, and responsive alloy gravel bike ever made for fast, fun, and high-performance riding. And yes, it is also the lightest. Some might call it a carbon copy, but Specialized calls it the Crux DSW. At just 1399 grams*, the Crux DSW has the lightest alloy gravel frame in the world. Along with the carbon Fact12r Crux fork and a high-performance setup, the Crux DSW weighs in at 9.37 kg on the scale: no alloy gravel bike can compete. More space means more capability: thats why the Crux DSW has the same tire clearance as the carbon version: 47 mm and up to 2.1" with 650b wheels. With a durable and light alloy frame and wide tires, the Crux DSW can take you anywhere, and at full speed. Responsive to the pedals and flexible in the saddle. Specialized used D'Aluisio Smartweld to highlight the properties of the alloy and deliver a ride previously impossible without carbon and combine it with the same high-performance gravel geometry and the same race-inspired saddle position as the carbon Crux. A longer reach provides better weight distribution for quick and secure handling, while a lower stack creates an aggressive position. With a bottom bracket drop of 72 mm, we achieve the perfect mix of agility and stability.
- Handlebar Tape: Supacaz Super Sticky Kush.
- Chain: SRAM CN APEX D1 12S 114LI.
- Freewheel: SRAM PG 1231, XPLR, 11-44.
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide.
- Crankset: SRAM APEX XPLR, 40t.
- Shifters: SRAM APEX, 12sp.
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM APEX XPLR, Mechanical.
- Gears: 40t.
- Inner Tubes: 48mm Presta Valve, 700X28-38.
- Front Tire: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, 700x38.
- Rear Tire: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, 700x38.
- Front Wheel: DT G540, Centerlock Disc, Tubeless Ready, 25mm internal width.
- Rear Wheel: DT G540, Centerlock Disc, Tubeless Ready, 25mm internal width.
- Seat Clamp: Specialized Alloy, 30.8mm.
- Frame: Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum Disc frame with D'Aluisio Smartweld Technology, hydroformed aluminum tubing, tapered head tube, threaded BB, UDH dropout.
- Fork: S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc.
- Front Brake: SRAM APEX, Hydraulic Disc.
- Rear Brake: SRAM APEX, Hydraulic Disc.
- Seatpost: Alloy, 2-bolt Clamp, 12mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware.
- Saddle: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails.
- Handlebar Shape: Specialized Adventure Gear, 118.9mm drop x 70mm reach x 12 flare.
- Stem: Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise.
- Pedals: PEDAL, TEST RIDE PEDALS PROVIDED BY SPECIALIZED.
- Weight 56: 9.37kg (20 lb, 10.5 oz).
- Color: Grey (Satin Smoke / Oak Green).
